For Sale: 1964 Fender Jaguar – 3-Tone Sunburst | Brazilian Rosewood | Original Case

Up for sale is an exceptional 1964 Fender Jaguar in 3-Tone Sunburst, complete with its original Fender hard-shell case, original bridge cover, and mute.

This is a beautiful, highly original example from one of the most desirable periods in Fender history. The guitar has been carefully disassembled and inspected to verify its authenticity and components. It features a 1964-dated B-width neck, 1964-dated potentiometers, Brazilian rosewood fingerboard, original pickups and electronics, and even retains its original frets.

The only components that have been replaced are the top pickup on/off switch and the pickup wires running to that switch. Everything else on the guitar is original.

At more than six decades old, this Jaguar has developed exactly the kind of honest cosmetic aging you want to see on a genuine vintage Fender. The Sunburst finish shows scratches, dings, back wear, and beautiful natural finish checking throughout while remaining in remarkably nice overall condition.

Most importantly, it isn't just a collectible—it is an excellent-playing vintage Jaguar that has been professionally set up and is ready to be enjoyed.

Condition

Very Good – 8/10

For a guitar from 1964, this Jaguar is in excellent overall shape and displays beautiful, honest vintage character.

Cosmetic wear includes:

• Scratches and dings throughout
• Playwear consistent with age and use
• Wear on the back of the body
• Natural finish checking throughout the guitar
• Normal aging of the hardware and finish

None of this has been artificially added. It is the genuine wear and finish aging accumulated over more than 60 years.

Please review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.

There are no structural issues, and the guitar plays great.

The neck is straight and stable, and remarkably, the original frets remain in excellent condition.

The guitar was carefully disassembled to inspect and verify its components and authenticity. After inspection, it was professionally reassembled and set up. It plays cleanly up and down the neck with no issues and is ready to go.

Originality

This is a highly original 1964 Fender Jaguar.

The guitar retains its original components with the following disclosed exceptions:

• Top pickup on/off switch has been replaced
• Pickup wires running to that switch have been replaced

Everything else on the guitar is original.

The guitar has been inspected internally, with the neck and electronics checked to help verify its authenticity.

The neck is a 1964-dated B neck, and the potentiometers also date to 1964.

The original hard-shell case is included and shows some normal wear from age but remains fully functional.

The original-style bridge cover and mute are also included with the guitar.

Specifications

• Model: Fender Jaguar
• Year: 1964
• Serial Number: L31410
• Finish: 3-Tone Sunburst
• Neck Date: 1964
• Neck Width Code: B
• Potentiometers: Dated 1964
• Fingerboard: Brazilian Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
• Scale Length: 24"
• Nut Width: 1.62"
• Neck Depth: .82" at the 1st Fret
• Neck Depth: 1.00" at the 12th Fret
• Frets: Original
• Pickups: Original Fender Jaguar Single-Coils
• Electronics: Original aside from disclosed switch and wiring
• Weight: 7 lbs 6 oz
• Bridge Cover: Included
• Mute: Included
• Case: Original Fender Hard-Shell Case

Vintage Jaguar Tone & Feel

There is something special about playing a real early-’60s Jaguar that is difficult to duplicate with a modern reissue.

The short 24" scale, vintage 7.25" radius, and original Fender Jaguar pickups give this guitar the distinctive response that made the model famous. It has the bright attack, clarity, chime, and slightly percussive character associated with a great vintage Jaguar, along with the unique tonal flexibility of Fender's original Jaguar electronics.

The Brazilian rosewood fingerboard is another important period-correct feature and contributes to the unmistakable appearance and feel of an original early-’60s Fender.

The neck measures .82" at the first fret and gradually fills out to 1.00" at the 12th, giving it a comfortable vintage feel that becomes more substantial as you move up the fingerboard.

At only 7 lbs 6 oz, this is also a wonderfully comfortable vintage Jaguar with excellent balance.

Authenticity & Inspection

With a vintage Fender of this age and value, we believe transparency is extremely important.

This guitar has been carefully disassembled and internally inspected to verify its authenticity and components.

The neck is dated to 1964 with the B-width designation, and the potentiometers also date to 1964. The pickups, hardware, electronics, finish, frets, and other major components are original, aside from the previously disclosed replacement top pickup on/off switch and the pickup wires running to that switch.

After inspection, the guitar was professionally reassembled and set up.

We have made every effort to accurately represent exactly what this guitar is and what has been replaced.

Original Hard-Shell Case & Accessories

The original Fender hard-shell case is included.

As you would expect from a case that has been protecting a guitar for more than six decades, it shows some cosmetic wear from age and use, but it remains functional and does its job well.

Also included are the:

• Bridge cover
• Jaguar mute

These are great pieces to have with such an original vintage example.

Transparency & Photos

As with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the exact instrument—no stock photos.

We have included detailed photographs so prospective buyers can carefully examine the finish, hardware, cosmetic wear, and overall condition of the guitar.

At the end of the photo set, you'll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to clearly highlight the scratches, dings, back wear, finish checking, and other signs of age.

We don't just describe the condition—we show it in detail so there are no surprises.

Many customers tell us their guitars arrive in better condition than expected.

Why Buy From Guitar Chimp?

With over 18 years of experience, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors worldwide for high-quality, player-ready instruments.

Every guitar is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier.

We are experts at shipping and have safely shipped thousands of guitars all over the world. Every instrument is professionally packed, fully insured, and shipped with signature confirmation.

Vintage instruments require extra care when shipping, and we know how to properly pack and protect them for safe delivery.

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This 1964 Fender Jaguar in 3-Tone Sunburst is a beautiful, highly original example with a 1964-dated B neck, 1964-dated pots, Brazilian rosewood fingerboard, original pickups, original frets, original case, and fantastic natural vintage character. Aside from the disclosed replacement pickup on/off switch and associated pickup wiring, everything else remains original.

It has the scratches, dings, checking, and honest playwear that tell the story of a genuine vintage Fender—but more importantly, it plays and sounds fantastic.

For the collector looking for an authentic early-’60s Jaguar or the player who wants the experience of owning and playing the real thing, this is a very special guitar.

🎸 Jerald – Guitar Chimp

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